Happy Veteran's Day

Happy Veteran's Day to everyone. Eleven eleven. A lucky number. Each year I love seeing the veterans selling their poppy ornaments. Even though some of them are well into their 80's, they still have the same pride in their country that they did when they returned from war. I was at the grocery store yesterday and I watched for a few minutes as people bought the tiny red cloth flowers. Each man that bought one said the platoon and rank that they had when they served. It was an instant camaraderie. A few simple words that held so much meaning. Today is also a special day in my family. It is my daughter in law's birthday. Another reason to celebrate!